Was on the New Encore inaugural and it was so great to see so many wonderful familiar faces. Much of the team was hand picked from other ships to launch the new Encore. Service is outstanding.

Rooms are similar to the Joy and Bliss. We found a basic balcony room comfortable and fairly roomy. The balcony was great to relax on and just chill out when it’s sunny outside. Just wish the closet was about 2 inches deeper so that clothes had a touch more hanging room.

This was the first time we have gone to Los Lobos as it’s not on very many ships. The decor is smart and modern. The food is delicious. Table side guacamole is well prepared. The portions are large so you could order a couple of apps and share an entree of not on a “meal plan” or if you wanted to add this on as an additional paid dinner. If you like margaritas I suggest ordering a half repo tequila and half mezcal marg on the rocks. Slightly Smokey and delicious. Read more